Fire Dispatcher: 24/7 Emergency Communications

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Cedarpines Park (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Cedarpines Park, CA seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous situations. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

The role requires organized information handling and clear radio communication, with adherence to established response plans and directions from authorized personnel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED commonly required.
• Fire dispatch training or EMS certification may be required for certain assignments.
• Comfort with computer systems, maps, and radio communication.

Responsibilities

• Receive and document reports of fires, rescues, alarms, and hazardous conditions.
• Verify incident locations and risks; alert stations and dispatch units.
• Monitor radio channels, unit availability, and incident status.
• Coordinate mutual-aid communications when assigned.
• Record dispatch times and significant incident updates.

Skills

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Radio procedures

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Computer systems

Maps

Radio equipment

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Cedarpines Park, CA seeks a Fire Dispatcher to coordinate responses to fires, rescues, and hazardous situations. You will receive incident information, alert resources, and maintain communication with responding crews.

The role requires organized information handling and clear radio communication, with adherence to established response plans and directions from authorized personnel.